@@chuckxu5910 the point of a hybrid system is to maximize efficiency and an automatic can manage the power way better than you can with a manual, so its counterintuitive to put a manual in modern hybrids
Shockingly good performance with excellent mileage figures.a balanced package in the suspension as well. Not quite as much fun as my Audi S3...but close. Buy the hybrid hatch sport touring. You will have no regrets.
Prius has better mpg Rear A/C Rear usb-c charging Rear seats that are flat when folded down, which is better for camping Has a spare tire Lastly, Has a paint job that wont peel unlke majority of these 10 year old Hondas. LOL
I just bought the hatchback sport touring version. I’m absolutely loving it. I just wish there was a higher trim that had all the features that the Limited trim Prius offers.
I have the sedan. I was told they save the higher end options for the Accord. They would not sell the Accord if it was optioned the same at a higher price point.
@@GP80888makes sense, unfortunate tho. The more luxury options are what’s kinda holding me back from getting this hybrid hatchback. A fully optioned trim can buy a Kia Sportage fully loaded with ventilated seats and other things the civic doesn’t get for about 5k more
My wife and I were shopping around for a hybrid car and it was between this exact matchup: Prius XLE vs. this Civic. Ultimately we went with the Prius for a couple reasons: 1. The vin number starts with a J 2. We had more faith in Toyota’s hybrid system which has been around for a long long long time. The Civic is a handsome looking car inside and out, but I think the Prius is just so futuristic and beautiful. You just cant help but look back when you park it. And when you look at the different examples of Prius cars that make it past 300k+ miles with just some basic maintenance, it was a no brainer. We’re driving it until the wheels fall off.
Plus the Prius has the direct and port injection. Honda just direct. Carbon build up?. Also will this suffer from the oil dilution of other hondas.. I'm a honda guy from way back so this is a difficult decision...
The Prius has rear usb-c chargers and A/C for backseat riders, which the civic does not. Also the Prius is better on MPG's and has a paintjob that wont flake like most Hondas after 5 years.
I’ve been test driving both. I think the Honda has a quieter ride and feels less cramped but I’m going with the Prius for the longer hybrid battery warranty, better mpg and I don’t like moon roofs. Biggest deal breakers for me are the Honda has leather seats which smell intensely of chemicals. The Prius XLE can fit a spare tire but the Honda civic hybrid hatch sport touring can not.
I believe the oil dilution issue was limited to the 1.5 turbo that used to be in the civic hatchback and CRV, their NA engines didn't have that issue.@@hctim96
22:17 - you say you wish there were a way to turn off the fake engine noise being pumped in through the speakers. I believe there is. If you go to the individual drive mode, you can turn on everything that the sport driving mode has except for that fake sound. You can turn that off.
I bought the exact car except for the color which is red, last month. It's really fun to drive. Only complaint for me is the backup camera is very low resolution and backup assist is too aggressive. I'm averaging 40mpg with it, mostly driving in the city. I love the driving experience, the precise steering, and the whole driving dynamics.
I prefer Prius exterior civics rooms interior Prius awd mpg civics simulated shifts faster acceleration. Both are overpriced. Camry awd is the best hybrid price but too big
JOE - On the 2025 Honda Civic you can typically turn off the "fake engine noise" (Active Sound Control) on a 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid by accessing the vehicle's settings menu, allowing you to disable the feature that enhances engine sounds through the car's speakers; if you can't find the option, a dealership can likely help you electronically disable it.
Bought one a month ago for my daily and I absolutely love it. The only thing I don't like is it doesn't have driver seat presets. If you can look past that then this car is a gem.
Thank you for not saying it has a CVT. It’s direct drive on the electric motor. Every publication about the new upcoming Prelude keeps saying it has a CVT; driving me crazy 🤪 that people don’t do the proper research before they do a review.
I really like the new Civic Joe. What's not there to like? The color is gorgeous, you get crazy MPGs, and the design is clean with good tech. The one favorite part is the wheel rims. If you look closely at them, they look like mini daggers 🗡 Pretty cool design.
Note when he mentions the Prius can be had with AWD, he said that was only available on the plug in, which is not the case, the plug in Prius is only FWD where as the regular hybrid prius can be optioned with AWD.
One thing Honda really nailed, that some companies are doing a bad job with, is simple controls. Big and high quality feeling buttons and knobs are much better than burying functions in a touchscreen. They also are safer in that they keep your eyes on the road. I'd much rather have real controls than a giant screen.
I shipped both cars and went civic touring because 1. They had no Prius available to test drive and 2. Rear seat head room. 3. That weird prius dash. Love my new civic!
Just bought the sedan version and it's great! I use it as a daily driver. I wish it had satellite radio though :( Sad that they removed that. It needs a couple of USB ports in the back. The rear vent it doesn't matter - it's a small car.
I got my 2025 Camry SE cheaper than this. Bigger interior, exterior is subjective, and rear AC vents. I think Honda shoulda kept this below 30's to compete with the Corolla/Prius.
i have the 2022 civic sport sedan, got it brand new off the truck, I just wish it had more torque, it is so slow and on the new hybrids they gave it just enough power to get up to speed.
Great review! Very comprehensive and informative in terms of features and diving impressions. And let's not forget the complimentary bag of pistachios 😂
Leave it to Honda to skimp on the desirable features such as rear seat area charging ports, spare tire, and not having the entire taillight setup as LED. Aside from that, it's a nice vehicle, but I'm hoping for an HR-V hybrid to be made available for the US market in the near future.
gonna be honest with the back up camera i have a lemon of a vehicle, 2014 Cadillac xts that ive been driving and you cannot see at all, all fogged up(main center of console is all cracked up and unresponsive), you can just barely make out a foot behind the car even in the bright sun, its gray- but the backup camera is still better than hondas. test drove both sedan and hatch, loved both of them especially the touring models, but man they gotta do better with the cameras at least line up the markers better and extend them out and i can be good with that.
@@Bowhunters6go8xz6xthe front vents easily heat up the whole cabin. I’ve never had one complaint about that or a lack of rear usb ports. Weird things to care about unless you’re an uber driver
@@bobert866Honda’s own website lists it as an eCVT because the average consumer has no idea what an electric-motor-driven car with direct drive transmission means. Not to mention it’s a mouth full. But there is certainly no belt-driven CVT in this car.
Beyond crazy especially with low profile tires. I called it “stupidity on stilts” until I realized it’s one of those lessons people need to learn. Oh well hard pass for me.
@@TruckerGuy135 that was my understanding as well. I’ll hold out to see if the hrv gets a hybrid version. I really want to say goodbye to the CVT, 1.5t, and the hrv’s current engine which is slightly more powerful than a hamster wheel.
The Honda Civic Hybrid is a great choice if you're looking for a fuel-efficient car! It combines the sporty feel of a Civic with hybrid technology, which means you can save on gas while still enjoying a fun ride.
It’s funny how the new up coming prelude is going to have those simulated shifts as well, but now they’re capitalizing on it by branding it for marketing purposes, and probably made it better I would think.
A truly outstanding vehicle. This Honda Civic Hybrid thoroughly deserves all the awards it is getting and it’s affordable for the peasants like me, lol. Cheers.
For everyone who laments that this is faster than an Si, I’ll give you three counterpoints, plus one bonus. 1. Yes, the hybrid is faster off the line, and yes, the Si should have more power than it does. But my understanding is the hybrid’s power trails off at or above freeway speeds, while the Si keeps going. Reported top speeds are 114 for the hybrid and 137 for the Si. 2. The Si is slower off the line but handles much better in the corners, and that matters to enthusiasts. My Si is one of the best handling cars I’ve owned, which is impressive considering it’s FWD. 3. The Si’s LSD makes a big difference in putting the power down in the corners. This is my first car with an LSD, and I’m sold on it. Bonus: Honda’s excellent 6-speed manual makes all the difference in the world. Bottom line: I don’t care if it’s not actually fast; my Si is an absolute blast to daily drive, rowing my own gears, tossing it around corners, and revving it up anytime I feel like it. Also, I drive conservatively more often than not, and I’m averaging 37 mpg in mixed driving, though more highway than city. The hybrid gets much better fuel economy, but it will never be as much fun to drive as an Si. Yes, I’m biased because I own a new Si. But I don’t hate the Hybrid. It’s a great car and Honda will sell tons of them, and I’m actually very happy about that. But it cannot replace the Si’s manual, handling, and cool factor.
Even though I love the styling of the Prius, it's still a bit too 'weird' for me, plus the engine drone on-throttle is aggravating. Honda did a great job of overcoming that with the simulated shifts. The only potential negative for me is the road noise that was coming through in this video. It would seem Honda isn't (and never has been) concerned about this issue.
Yeah right,,, I like black (my fist corolla was 2005 S in silver and black interior ) but if grown now more of a light interior with dark exterior type of guy!!! I have a 2016 civic sedan in burgundy night pearl it only comes in light gray/cream interior (the only one in the car dealer/ lot with light int) no other choice of exterior change 😂 but I like it and I don’t see the burgundy on the streets too much (almost never)
Joe, do you drive in the Cup series? Honda has another big hit! I'd pick the Civic over the Prius because the Prius has compromised ergonomics, and the Civic is fun to drive.
cool but is it easy to work on when the time comes might need that dealership software fix to flash things... i like older mid 90s to early 2000s cheap and easy to work on ..i know not same size car but the older crx got 45+ mpg and thats decades ago
I had a civc hybrid before and the transmission was trash. I guess it was like that for 2 generations. I dont think id risk it with this one as nice as it is and still go to a Prius if this is the car i was looking for.
This is the system from the Accord. It's essentially an electric car around the city and a gas car on the highway. I don't think you can use the old hybrid as a point of reference.
Well keep it… I have 2016 coupe ex-t orchid white and a 2016 sedan lx in burgundy night! Won’t change 4 new gen NEVERRRR! 🤣 Would love the 2011 accord!
Don't care if Prius gets 10-15 mpg more. 40-45 mpg is good enough for me. Civic Hatch all the way. This thing is quick! It's comfortable and it's a hatch. Come on Joe, rear vents on a compact car? Not like you have a third row to reach people.
whats up with all the orange wire covers in Hybrids? I noticed a bunch of different manufactures using them, is it regulations for high voltage cables?
more than likly going t be my next car...i was leaning towards the si but im old now 38 and i dont care for performance any more...i was comfort and low cost of ownership. Tho id get a smaller rim maybe 16 so the tires are cheaper.
I never once in my life imagined thinking of buying a honda. Now I am. I'm Canadian and the cost of gas is insane due to our terrible government and this ridiculous belief in "climate change", so a fast and responsive hybrid that honestly looks good is a good option, and I've driven a Ford pickup for the last 15 years
At 22:50 you say it has a "Direct Drive Transmission" that does so much better than a CVT. What is a Direct Drive Transmission? Isn't it a CVT by another name?
A CVT uses a system of cones and a belt to maximize power and efficiency, at the cost of reliability and feel. The Honda system here is direct drive electric up to like 50mph, then switches over to gas at highway cruising. No belt, higher reliability, feels like an electric car on acceleration with simulated shifts.
Can you please test drive the non hybird version please? I just bought one and would love your opinion because i regret it so much and wsnt to trade it in for the hybird but i leased it so idk how thay works ); if anyone has advice for me please tell me ill take any advice bad or good
Why do you refer to the transmission as direct drive and not a cvt when their own website says it’s an “Electronic continuously variable transmission”?
Honda's branding for this transmission is frustrating. It's not a CVT in that it doesn't use a problematic belt. Around the city it's a direct drive off the electric motor. At highway it goes to gas. They really ought to not have used the CVT moniker because of the negative connotations it got from Nissan.
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I just bought one as my new daily driver. I love it. It such a great little car. Honda really nailed it with this generation.
Why Honda couldn’t build manual transmission hybrid vehicles?
I bet they'll sell pretty well
@@chuckxu5910 the point of a hybrid system is to maximize efficiency and an automatic can manage the power way better than you can with a manual, so its counterintuitive to put a manual in modern hybrids
Shockingly good performance with excellent mileage figures.a balanced package in the suspension as well. Not quite as much fun as my Audi S3...but close.
Buy the hybrid hatch sport touring. You will have no regrets.
It's to fast for me i don't car for fast cars
Prius Hybrid = ☮
Civic Hybrid = 😎
Damn, well put.
Prius has better mpg
Rear A/C
Rear usb-c charging
Rear seats that are flat when folded down, which is better for camping
Has a spare tire
Lastly, Has a paint job that wont peel unlke majority of these 10 year old Hondas. LOL
Civic Hybrid= overpriced as heck!
@@slowgoat6089 And yet it still looks like a nerdmobile with lower resale value.
This is definitely the perfect car for a daily
Awsome review Joe. The best at what you do TY
I appreciate you having my back!
I just bought the hatchback sport touring version. I’m absolutely loving it. I just wish there was a higher trim that had all the features that the Limited trim Prius offers.
Yeah I kinda agree I have the same car.
I have the sedan. I was told they save the higher end options for the Accord. They would not sell the Accord if it was optioned the same at a higher price point.
@@GP80888makes sense, unfortunate tho. The more luxury options are what’s kinda holding me back from getting this hybrid hatchback. A fully optioned trim can buy a Kia Sportage fully loaded with ventilated seats and other things the civic doesn’t get for about 5k more
Think we’ll see a 2026 Integra Hybrid…?
Idk cuz i don't think acura wants to go that route but i think they should tbh@joepage5000
My wife and I were shopping around for a hybrid car and it was between this exact matchup: Prius XLE vs. this Civic. Ultimately we went with the Prius for a couple reasons:
1. The vin number starts with a J
2. We had more faith in Toyota’s hybrid system which has been around for a long long long time.
The Civic is a handsome looking car inside and out, but I think the Prius is just so futuristic and beautiful. You just cant help but look back when you park it. And when you look at the different examples of Prius cars that make it past 300k+ miles with just some basic maintenance, it was a no brainer. We’re driving it until the wheels fall off.
Plus the Prius has the direct and port injection. Honda just direct. Carbon build up?. Also will this suffer from the oil dilution of other hondas.. I'm a honda guy from way back so this is a difficult decision...
The Prius has rear usb-c chargers and A/C for backseat riders, which the civic does not.
Also the Prius is better on MPG's and has a paintjob that wont flake like most Hondas after 5 years.
@@slowgoat6089Unfortunately the paint on the new Gen Prius is pretty fragile. People are reporting paint that chips easily.
I’ve been test driving both. I think the Honda has a quieter ride and feels less cramped but I’m going with the Prius for the longer hybrid battery warranty, better mpg and I don’t like moon roofs. Biggest deal breakers for me are the Honda has leather seats which smell intensely of chemicals. The Prius XLE can fit a spare tire but the Honda civic hybrid hatch sport touring can not.
I believe the oil dilution issue was limited to the 1.5 turbo that used to be in the civic hatchback and CRV, their NA engines didn't have that issue.@@hctim96
I bought this same spec at the end of November.
We love it!
Would like memory seats and vented.
I have3 this car in the urban grey pearl. LOVE this car so much! Honda hit a home run with this one!
22:17 - you say you wish there were a way to turn off the fake engine noise being pumped in through the speakers. I believe there is. If you go to the individual drive mode, you can turn on everything that the sport driving mode has except for that fake sound. You can turn that off.
For the price Honda is asking for these you can get a nicely equipped AWD Camry. I'll take the Camry.
I was just about to say this lol. Can get the Camry SE for the same price 🤷🏽♂️
It's sad that the hybrid is now faster than the SI.😢
You are so right
😂😂, they need to make the SI 250hp AWD now
SI still more fun to drive tho.
Yuhhhhh fastttt, idc if hybrid fasttttt
I've always thought the SI trim should carry the 2.0. liter Accord motor
I bought the exact car except for the color which is red, last month. It's really fun to drive. Only complaint for me is the backup camera is very low resolution and backup assist is too aggressive. I'm averaging 40mpg with it, mostly driving in the city. I love the driving experience, the precise steering, and the whole driving dynamics.
I prefer the styling of the Civic over the Prius. I don't think I could ever get used to the funky guage cluster in the Prius.
Both vehicles , front bottom looks like a vacuum attachment.
I prefer Prius exterior civics rooms interior Prius awd mpg civics simulated shifts faster acceleration.
Both are overpriced.
Camry awd is the best hybrid price but too big
JOE - On the 2025 Honda Civic you can typically turn off the "fake engine noise" (Active Sound Control) on a 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid by accessing the vehicle's settings menu, allowing you to disable the feature that enhances engine sounds through the car's speakers; if you can't find the option, a dealership can likely help you electronically disable it.
Love watching all your reviews Joe, but your POV test drive in this civic was freakin epic!!!
Bought one a month ago for my daily and I absolutely love it. The only thing I don't like is it doesn't have driver seat presets. If you can look past that then this car is a gem.
This is such a great car but I really wish they'd offer cooled seats and a heated steering wheel
Do most of my daily driving in the city. This thing is darned attractive with MPGs and a little zip. Might get me to step down from the 2.0T Accord.
So excited to see you rate this car! I bought it 5 months ago and it’s amazing!!!
Thank you for not saying it has a CVT. It’s direct drive on the electric motor. Every publication about the new upcoming Prelude keeps saying it has a CVT; driving me crazy 🤪 that people don’t do the proper research before they do a review.
Pretty versatile vehicle. The same platform as my Acura Integra with plenty of interior space and a blast to drive.
I wish the integra had a front facing camera or built in map
If I was forced to pick out of the Prius and the Civic, I’ll go with the Civic.
That’s my choice
No awd
@@sadullahhamidi8676Doesn’t need awd
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 💯
I really like the new Civic Joe. What's not there to like? The color is gorgeous, you get crazy MPGs, and the design is clean with good tech. The one favorite part is the wheel rims. If you look closely at them, they look like mini daggers 🗡 Pretty cool design.
Great commentary as always Chris!
@RaitisRides 👍
Got mine in Nov. I love it! Great MPG in the city, and it has all the features for a good DD. Plenty of power.
Note when he mentions the Prius can be had with AWD, he said that was only available on the plug in, which is not the case, the plug in Prius is only FWD where as the regular hybrid prius can be optioned with AWD.
If I went hybrid, it would be this civic, in this colour.
One thing Honda really nailed, that some companies are doing a bad job with, is simple controls. Big and high quality feeling buttons and knobs are much better than burying functions in a touchscreen. They also are safer in that they keep your eyes on the road. I'd much rather have real controls than a giant screen.
I shipped both cars and went civic touring because 1. They had no Prius available to test drive and 2. Rear seat head room. 3. That weird prius dash. Love my new civic!
Nice video keep up the great work Joe
Just bought the sedan version and it's great! I use it as a daily driver. I wish it had satellite radio though :( Sad that they removed that. It needs a couple of USB ports in the back. The rear vent it doesn't matter - it's a small car.
Yes of course and I would love to buy this car.
I got my 2025 Camry SE cheaper than this. Bigger interior, exterior is subjective, and rear AC vents.
I think Honda shoulda kept this below 30's to compete with the Corolla/Prius.
not to mention AWD, rear USB ports, more horsepower, and better REAL WORLD highway MPG
Great review as always. Nice car 🚙
Wow, that was quiet when you did that first drive! It almost sounded like it was Electric!😂
when you first start off it IS electric...
Awesome car for what it is, not what some people expect
I would take this over Toyota prius anytime, it's less expensive more power, better looking in my opinion
No rear AC vents = idiocy.
The Japan made models get that so you might be able to aftermarket it in? I dunno
Eh, it's a Civic, not a Mercedes
i have the 2022 civic sport sedan, got it brand new off the truck, I just wish it had more torque, it is so slow and on the new hybrids they gave it just enough power to get up to speed.
This look so great 😁
If an Si Hybrid has 220hp and this engine and a 6spd, it would be quite a nice ride. Bonus points if Honda made a hybrid si with the SI limited slip.
The prelude is coming soon for ya bud
I'm so close to getting one of these - blue, but would like awd for snow...
Great review! Very comprehensive and informative in terms of features and diving impressions. And let's not forget the complimentary bag of pistachios 😂
Joe, I am going Civic over Prius because the Civic looks better. Also, i think Honda is better than Toyota. Real simple!
Everybody jumping on that blue colour now!
This seems like such an awesome daily driver. ✅
Leave it to Honda to skimp on the desirable features such as rear seat area charging ports, spare tire, and not having the entire taillight setup as LED. Aside from that, it's a nice vehicle, but I'm hoping for an HR-V hybrid to be made available for the US market in the near future.
This is a fantastic ride, I like the color!
Great color and spec.
It’s the way I would spec it for sure!
I am zonking the back of the Civic with no connectivity or A/C. If you want air, you might wanna roll down your window.
gonna be honest with the back up camera i have a lemon of a vehicle, 2014 Cadillac xts that ive been driving and you cannot see at all, all fogged up(main center of console is all cracked up and unresponsive), you can just barely make out a foot behind the car even in the bright sun, its gray- but the backup camera is still better than hondas. test drove both sedan and hatch, loved both of them especially the touring models, but man they gotta do better with the cameras at least line up the markers better and extend them out and i can be good with that.
Lol how many cars did you cut off 😂
Just another day
@@RaitisRidessavage 😂
its crazy got the sport touring sedan and no exhaust tip..compare to civic spprts
Awesome Hatchback! Direct Drive so No CVT Transmission and yet they kept the super gas mileage but be ready for angry passengers in the back seat.
Angry passengers? 😂. So, I guess all back seat passengers were angry in the 30’s to about a decade ago? 🤭
@@thomasjohn6041 If its a 100F day and with no AC vents not to mention no USB's for the back seaters they are not going to be happy.
Hondas own website says the transmission is an “Electronic continuously variable transmission”.
@@Bowhunters6go8xz6xthe front vents easily heat up the whole cabin. I’ve never had one complaint about that or a lack of rear usb ports. Weird things to care about unless you’re an uber driver
@@bobert866Honda’s own website lists it as an eCVT because the average consumer has no idea what an electric-motor-driven car with direct drive transmission means. Not to mention it’s a mouth full. But there is certainly no belt-driven CVT in this car.
love the car but no spare or space for a spare is crazy
Beyond crazy especially with low profile tires. I called it “stupidity on stilts” until I realized it’s one of those lessons people need to learn. Oh well hard pass for me.
There is space for a spare… just take the foam insert out and bam. Spares are so cheap anyway…
@@SIIKAP1not on the hybrid hatch. The hybrid sedan does have space.
@@TruckerGuy135 that was my understanding as well. I’ll hold out to see if the hrv gets a hybrid version. I really want to say goodbye to the CVT, 1.5t, and the hrv’s current engine which is slightly more powerful than a hamster wheel.
@@HobokenEscapee so what’s wrong with Hoboken ? I think it’s awesome ! Napoli Pizza is the best …
The Honda Civic Hybrid is a great choice if you're looking for a fuel-efficient car! It combines the sporty feel of a Civic with hybrid technology, which means you can save on gas while still enjoying a fun ride.
I agree. That is a great option!
@RaitisRides Thx
@@DominionAnako-bb7ryof course!
Chat GPT ahhh comment lmaooo
It’s funny how the new up coming prelude is going to have those simulated shifts as well, but now they’re capitalizing on it by branding it for marketing purposes, and probably made it better I would think.
And they're controllable on the prelude. I kinda wish the civic had that option in sport mode or individual.
A truly outstanding vehicle. This Honda Civic Hybrid thoroughly deserves all the awards it is getting and it’s affordable for the peasants like me, lol.
Cheers.
You won’t feel like a peasant driving it
At least You Guys and Motormouth have a sense of humour. Cheers.
little fender gap. I like
I think the fake engine sound disappears when you switch to normal or eco mode. Is that right?
Yes
Awesome car. Have the non hybrid version; would love to have this one instead.
Hopefully a third party can add a manual and increase power
For everyone who laments that this is faster than an Si, I’ll give you three counterpoints, plus one bonus.
1. Yes, the hybrid is faster off the line, and yes, the Si should have more power than it does. But my understanding is the hybrid’s power trails off at or above freeway speeds, while the Si keeps going. Reported top speeds are 114 for the hybrid and 137 for the Si.
2. The Si is slower off the line but handles much better in the corners, and that matters to enthusiasts. My Si is one of the best handling cars I’ve owned, which is impressive considering it’s FWD.
3. The Si’s LSD makes a big difference in putting the power down in the corners. This is my first car with an LSD, and I’m sold on it.
Bonus: Honda’s excellent 6-speed manual makes all the difference in the world.
Bottom line: I don’t care if it’s not actually fast; my Si is an absolute blast to daily drive, rowing my own gears, tossing it around corners, and revving it up anytime I feel like it.
Also, I drive conservatively more often than not, and I’m averaging 37 mpg in mixed driving, though more highway than city. The hybrid gets much better fuel economy, but it will never be as much fun to drive as an Si.
Yes, I’m biased because I own a new Si. But I don’t hate the Hybrid. It’s a great car and Honda will sell tons of them, and I’m actually very happy about that. But it cannot replace the Si’s manual, handling, and cool factor.
I love the boost blue💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
Like the car. That tach wildly jumping around would drive me nuts.
Even though I love the styling of the Prius, it's still a bit too 'weird' for me, plus the engine drone on-throttle is aggravating. Honda did a great job of overcoming that with the simulated shifts. The only potential negative for me is the road noise that was coming through in this video. It would seem Honda isn't (and never has been) concerned about this issue.
The color looks like a glossy TRD Pro.
Dude, Kirkland Pistachios are the best. It's easy to get rid of their shells.
You picking this or the si?
More than anything, I’m so glad the seats aren’t black.
Yeah right,,, I like black (my fist corolla was 2005 S in silver and black interior ) but if grown now more of a light interior with dark exterior type of guy!!! I have a 2016 civic sedan in burgundy night pearl it only comes in light gray/cream interior (the only one in the car dealer/ lot with light int) no other choice of exterior change 😂 but I like it and I don’t see the burgundy on the streets too much (almost never)
Racism
Seriously considering this as a daily
Joe, do you drive in the Cup series? Honda has another big hit! I'd pick the Civic over the Prius because the Prius has compromised ergonomics, and the Civic is fun to drive.
Do you by chance have a review of a similarly priced prius? Am shopping around hybrids right now
Which one is more comfortable and quiet inside, civic or K5?
cool but is it easy to work on when the time comes might need that dealership software fix to flash things... i like older mid 90s to early 2000s cheap and easy to work on ..i know not same size car but the older crx got 45+ mpg and thats decades ago
Damn, we got a review with this hybrid but no Si😢
fun little zipper for around town. not necessarily a car for this country boy but i aint hatin'. She's a beaut! :)
I wanna know why they removed the exhaust tips. It really kills the rear end now. Especially in the sport touring.
I had a civc hybrid before and the transmission was trash. I guess it was like that for 2 generations. I dont think id risk it with this one as nice as it is and still go to a Prius if this is the car i was looking for.
This is the system from the Accord. It's essentially an electric car around the city and a gas car on the highway. I don't think you can use the old hybrid as a point of reference.
Man I wish I could buy this car but I got a ‘19 civic that I love still
Well keep it… I have 2016 coupe ex-t orchid white and a 2016 sedan lx in burgundy night! Won’t change 4 new gen NEVERRRR! 🤣
Would love the 2011 accord!
Don't care if Prius gets 10-15 mpg more. 40-45 mpg is good enough for me. Civic Hatch all the way. This thing is quick! It's comfortable and it's a hatch. Come on Joe, rear vents on a compact car? Not like you have a third row to reach people.
whats up with all the orange wire covers in Hybrids? I noticed a bunch of different manufactures using them, is it regulations for high voltage cables?
Yup
All that badging in the rear right. They should have gone with only the initials : STH
more than likly going t be my next car...i was leaning towards the si but im old now 38 and i dont care for performance any more...i was comfort and low cost of ownership. Tho id get a smaller rim maybe 16 so the tires are cheaper.
I won’t be surprised if Honda finds a way to ditch the SI and develop the hybrid system as the new SI with manual and auto options.
Is not a great car but is not that bad either 🤷🏼♂️ I feel like sometimes buying an used one is the way to go.
I can understand your thoughts on that one Omar
Needs: autodimming homelink mirror; rear vents and connectivity; and led rear lights to complete the package IMO
For 34k...absolutely!
It had rear usbs, they just got rid of them for no reason
It is auto dimming. Not sure if it has home link though
@@xp50player hmm, my ‘25 sport touring has auto dimming
@@xp50player USA. You?
Honda is the best. Joe your reviews are spectacular. Humor and industry knowledge. Always enjoy your shows.
I never once in my life imagined thinking of buying a honda. Now I am. I'm Canadian and the cost of gas is insane due to our terrible government and this ridiculous belief in "climate change", so a fast and responsive hybrid that honestly looks good is a good option, and I've driven a Ford pickup for the last 15 years
I considered this car but they lost me at 4K dealer mark up!
At 22:50 you say it has a "Direct Drive Transmission" that does so much better than a CVT.
What is a Direct Drive Transmission? Isn't it a CVT by another name?
A CVT uses a system of cones and a belt to maximize power and efficiency, at the cost of reliability and feel. The Honda system here is direct drive electric up to like 50mph, then switches over to gas at highway cruising. No belt, higher reliability, feels like an electric car on acceleration with simulated shifts.
Might as well do Civic vs Camry when Prius is the same price as Camry at starting trims 🧐
A major zonk on the Crosstrek is the rear door design.
$34k no way
What do you think the price should be?
Should be $29k but prices are out of control nowadays :(
Can you please test drive the non hybird version please? I just bought one and would love your opinion because i regret it so much and wsnt to trade it in for the hybird but i leased it so idk how thay works ); if anyone has advice for me please tell me ill take any advice bad or good
front overhang is too lonoooonnnngggg looks lika a flattened pancake hahaha
Hi Joe, which one is the car best for uber drivers RAV4, CRV, CAMRY, CIVIC ???
Hellllooooooooo
I counted three times that Joe triggered the forward collision warning
Why do you refer to the transmission as direct drive and not a cvt when their own website says it’s an “Electronic continuously variable transmission”?
Honda's branding for this transmission is frustrating. It's not a CVT in that it doesn't use a problematic belt. Around the city it's a direct drive off the electric motor. At highway it goes to gas.
They really ought to not have used the CVT moniker because of the negative connotations it got from Nissan.
Love the color